No-Knead Peasant Bread
This No-Knead Peasant Bread features a crusty exterior and a tender, chewy interior, created with minimal effort for a delightful homemade experience.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon instant yeast
Wet Ingredients
- 1.5 cups warm water Use warm water for better activation of yeast.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
- Gradually pour in the warm water and stir until everything comes together.
- Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place your Dutch oven with its lid inside to heat.
- Sprinkle some flour onto a clean surface and turn the dough out, forming it into a ball.
- Let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven, place your dough inside, cover it with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and allow it to bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until browned and crusty.
- Let the loaf cool before slicing.
Notes
Bread is perfect for serving with soups or as a base for sandwiches. Experiment with herbs for added flavor. Store leftovers in a kitchen towel or airtight container.